Mahalo MR1RD Soprano Ukulele - Red

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Aquila Red Series strings are a complex composition of Nylgut combined with copper powder designed to increase the density of the string to around twice that of standard Nylgut.

Once the strings have been installed on your instrument, they must be stretched very gently by pulling them away from the fretboard in a gentle manner.Make sure you have a tuner available and that you know which frequency or octave you are tuning to. There are lots of videos on You Tube that show the correct pitch of many different types of ukulele tuning. You can use these as references to help tune your own uke.

Support for academics, executive functioning, life skills, and social skills for children, teens and adults. Preschool musical Spanish or Hebrew The most historical of the “K Brands” from Oahu, Kamaka is one of the best family-owned Hawaiian ukulele makers. Established in 1916 by Samuel Kaialiilii Kamaka, the company has been passed down for four generations and has been around for all of the ukulele’s biggest moments. Highly regarded for their instruments’ full sound and durability, what sets Kamaka ukuleles apart is the sound of their instruments and high build quality.

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Based in Petaluma, California, Kala Ukulele Brands is a leading brand in the world of ukuleles. Former Lanikai employee and Kala founder, Mike Upton, a passionate innovator, has led the company to offer the widest variety of ukuleles in the world while maintaining an updated and upgraded catalog. Founded in 2005, Kala pioneered the addition of the bass ukulele, their U-Bass, a 21st-century addition to the ukulele family. Most ukuleles come pre-strung from the factory and are tuned to High G – The 4th string being a G4 at 393 Hz. An instrument to inspire beginners of all ages. The Gear4music Ukulele is fun, portable and easy to play. With a quality build to stand the test of time, it will hold your interest throughout hours of play and practice. I believe you have the ability to learn anything you want to. I would love to be be a part of your team and help you find the tools and strategies to support you in making that happen. Beautiful and highly sought after KoAloha ukuleles are another of the “K Brands” from Hawaii. The name is derived from the Hawaiian words “kou” and “aloha”, meaning “your love” and also includes the word koa, a native Hawaiian wood used to make ukuleles. Founded in 1995 by Alvin Okami, it is a family run business that handcrafts their ukuleles from quality woods and materials. Particular attention is given to each instrument’s ergonomic design to ensure ease and comfort in playability. Many players testify that not only is the sound spectacular, it also feels good to play.

They offer a broad selection of ukuleles at a good value, including handcrafted models and various koa and mahogany options. You can find ukuleles in solid wood as well as laminate. While known for their cheaper prices, Oscar Schmidt has a good reputation for producing quality instruments. Their brand boasts good action and intonation along with superior tone and volume.Important : Please be careful not to rest the string on the nut while tuning up as the friction may create scratches or marks on the nut as the string passes over it. Ensure Tuning to the Correct Pitch Founded in 1871 in Jersey City, New Jersey, and incorporated in 1911, Oscar Schmidt has always aimed to build quality instruments at affordable prices. In their eyes, the ideal instrument comes together with a balance of premium woods, quality hardware, and a modest price. The brand makes mainly string instruments such as the ukulele, banjo, and classical guitar, and are also known for folk instruments like zithers and autoharps. In doing so, a string of higher density can be produced without having to increase the string gauge, resulting in a brighter, more powerful sound with greatly improved response across the full range of the fretboard.

In my career I have taught Special Education in the public school system, built a transition program for young adults learning vocational and life skills, and designed a language program teaching Spanish, Hebrew, and American Sign Language through music and movement. A small, family-owned brand, Leolani means “voice of heaven” and was launched in 2002 in Hawaii by Jenny Liu. Pioneers of the “best imported ukuleles in Hawaii”, they are known for providing quality instruments at affordable prices. While they were previously associated with cheap, highly decorated tourist ukuleles, they have moved on to create more legitimate ukuleles, offering “real” instruments at a budget. A trusted brand and maker of ukuleles, Lanikai was founded in 2000 and is distributed by Hohner, a company with an extensive history of producing quality folk instruments such as harmonicas and accordions. Mike Upton, the founder and owner of Kala, actually worked for Hohner prior to starting Kala and was involved in beginning the Lanikai line. Through Hohner, Upton started the Lanikai line and developed ukulele sales in Hawaii, and was the first to do large scale ukulele sales at a moderate price. The grooves or slots on the nut of the ukulele often have sharp edges or can be a little too narrow. This may not have affected your old, less responsive strings, but the complex make up of Aquila Red Series means they must be treated with care and should not be passed through imperfect grooves, causing rubbing against the nut.A leading acoustic guitar brand, Alvarez also offers some decent ukulele options. You will find there are several guitar makers that have started to make ukuleles in the past few decades. Established in 1965, Alvarez is owned by St. Louis Music, one of the largest distributors of musical instruments and accessories in North America. The name Alvarez started as the company’s Spanish guitar line and then became a brand of its own. Headquartered in Long Beach, California, Ohana has aimed to deliver quality, playability, and value since 2006. They consider themselves a small, community-oriented ukulele company with a commitment to quality. Their use of rich tonewoods combined with thoughtful constructions yield a lovely sound. While tuning the ukulele up to correct pitch, the string must be held just above the nut, keeping it away from the grooves while it is brought up to tension.